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#220 of 253 private schools in LA

Hype Academy

High School

7901 CROWDER BLVD, New Orleans, LA 70127

Private

Enrollment

36

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

4.9

Grades

6th – 11th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Louisiana private schools

#220 of 253

In New Orleans

#35 of 35

public schools

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Hype Academy

4.9/10

High School in New Orleans · grades 6th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lake Castle Private School

5.6/10

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1.8/10

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About Hype Academy

Hype Academy is a private high school in New Orleans, LA. Hype Academy serves approximately 36 students, and covers grades 6th-11th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Hype Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #220 of 253 private schools in LA.

How it compares1.1 pts below LA schools
  • This school 4.9 · Below Average
  • LA avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 36 students, Hype Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Hype Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Hype Academy compares to 71 public schools serving similar grades in New Orleans, LA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
This School
vs
17.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
36
This School
vs
679
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.9
This School
vs
5.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 94.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.6% vs 0%
Hype Academy New Orleans Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Hype Academy (this school) 4.9
Robert Russa Moton Charter School 1.8
ReNEW Dolores T. Aaron Elementary 5.4
Livingston Collegiate Academy 3.0
KIPP Morial 4.6
KIPP East 2.8
Abramson Sci Academy 4.7
ReNEW Schaumburg Elementary 5.1
New Orleans Accelerated High School 2.1
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School 8.6
Living School 6.4
Rooted School 6.4
Fannie C. Williams Charter School 3.4
Edward Hynes Charter School - Parkview 7.6
The NET 2 Charter High School 2.9
Pierre A. Capdau S.T.E.A.M School 4.7
G W Carver High School 5.0
Audubon Charter Gentilly 7.9
Sarah Towles Reed High School 4.1
Einstein Charter Middle Sch at Sarah Towles Reed 3.6
The Delores Taylor Arthur School for Young Men 5.2

Showing 20 of 71 schools. View all schools in New Orleans

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in LA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.5 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,267
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 3.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 11%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Enrollment 36
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in LA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 94.4%
Hispanic 5.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

7901 CROWDER BLVD, New Orleans, LA 70127

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hype Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Living School (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rooted School (rated 6.4/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abramson Sci Academy (rated 4.7/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Orleans, see our New Orleans schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.0 mi
School Distance Rating
LAKE CASTLE PRIVATE SCHOOL New Orleans 0.1 mi 5.6
Robert Russa Moton Charter School New Orleans 0.2 mi 1.8
Livingston Collegiate Academy New Orleans 1.3 mi 3.0
ReNEW Dolores T. Aaron Elementary New Orleans 1.2 mi 5.4
AUNTIE B PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN New Orleans 1.4 mi
KIPP Morial New Orleans 1.6 mi 4.6
KIPP East New Orleans 1.7 mi 2.8
ST MARY'S ACADEMY New Orleans 1.9 mi 7.3
Abramson Sci Academy New Orleans 1.8 mi 4.7
RESURRECTION OF OUR LORD New Orleans 1.9 mi 5.9
ReNEW Schaumburg Elementary New Orleans 2.0 mi 5.1
New Orleans Accelerated High School New Orleans 2.2 mi 2.1
Lake Forest Elementary Charter School New Orleans 2.3 mi 8.6
Living School New Orleans 2.5 mi 6.4
Einstein Charter at Sherwood Forest New Orleans 2.8 mi 3.1
Rooted School New Orleans 2.8 mi 6.4
ST BENEDICT THE MOOR SCHOOL New Orleans 3.0 mi 6.4
Edward Hynes Charter School - Parkview New Orleans 3.1 mi 7.6
BISHOP MCMANUS ACADEMY New Orleans 3.0 mi 6.5
Fannie C. Williams Charter School New Orleans 3.0 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 70127 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,548

Median Home Value

$191,200

Median Rent

$1,060/mo

Population

24,769

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

49.9%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

24.2%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hype Academy

What grades does Hype Academy serve?

Hype Academy serves students in grades 6th through 11th.

How many students attend Hype Academy?

Hype Academy has an enrollment of approximately 36 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hype Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Hype Academy is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Hype Academy rank in LA?

Hype Academy ranks #220 of 253 private schools in LA.

What is Hype Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Hype Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Hype Academy a private school?

Yes, Hype Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Hype Academy a religious school?

Hype Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
35 Some Transit
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 11th
Enrollment
36
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
181 days
Setting
Large City
County
Orleans Parish

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